King Lear divides his kingdom among his daughters from "summary" of King Lear by William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare
At the outset of this tragic tale, King Lear finds himself at a crossroads. Faced with the weighty decision of how to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters, Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia, he embarks on a journey that will ultimately lead to his downfall. In a bid to ensure a smooth transition of power and to enjoy a peaceful retirement, Lear devises a plan to relinquish his authority and distribute his lands among his heirs. The king's intentions are noble, driven by a desire to secure a harmonious future for his kingdom. However, his actions are tainted by his fatal flaw - a tragic lack of judgment and discernment. As Lear embarks on the process of dividing his realm, he unwittingly sets into motion a chain of events that will shatter the very foundati...
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